Canvas Print : Duc De LA Force - 2
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Duc De LA Force - 2
Satire on the activities of Henri Jacques Nompar de Caumont, duc de la Force : the discovery of hoards of foodstuffs and medicines caused immense scandal. Date: 1721
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Media ID 14112196
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1721 Activities Caused Discovery Foodstuffs Henri Immense Jacques Medicines Satire Scandal Caumont Hoards
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring a touch of historical satire into your home with the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Duc De LA Force - 2" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating artwork, dated 1721, showcases the satirical take on the infamous activities of Henri Jacques Nompar de Caumont, duc de la Force. Discover the intriguing story behind this image as you adorn your walls with this stunning, high-quality canvas print. A perfect addition to any room, it's not just a piece of art, but a conversation starter and a journey back in time.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the tumultuous year of 1721, the Duke of La Force, Henri Jacques Nompar de Caumont, found himself at the epicenter of a major scandal that rocked the court of France. Known for his extravagant lifestyle and insatiable appetite for luxury, the duke was appointed as the governor of the Bastille prison in Paris. However, it was not long before whispers of his questionable activities began to circulate. Amidst rumors of corruption and mismanagement, the duke made a shocking discovery within the prison walls. Hidden away in secret chambers, he uncovered vast hoards of foodstuffs and medicines. The find was immense, enough to supply the entire prison population for years to come. However, the circumstances surrounding their acquisition raised eyebrows. The discovery caused an uproar, with many questioning how the duke had come into possession of such resources. Some believed he had been embezzling funds meant for the prison's upkeep, while others suspected he had been selling the supplies on the black market. Regardless, the scandal was a major embarrassment for the French monarchy, and the duke was soon removed from his position. This satirical print captures the essence of the scandal, with the duke depicted as a rotund figure, surrounded by barrels of food and crates of medicines. The caption reads, "Le Duc de La Force, or, The Discoverer of the Hidden Treasures of the Bastille," a wry commentary on the duke's seemingly miraculous discovery. The events of 1721 serve as a reminder of the corruption and excess that plagued the French court during this period, and the lengths some would go to in pursuit of wealth and power.
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